Gold Guilder - Henry II ND (1608-1624) front Gold Guilder - Henry II ND (1608-1624) back
Gold Guilder - Henry II ND (1608-1624) photo
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Gold Guilder - Henry II ND

 
Gold (.986) 3.19 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Lorraine (French States)
Duke
Henry II (1608-1624)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1608-1624
Value
1 Gold Florin (3.25)
Currency
Pound
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.19 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#361769
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MONETA AVREA NANCEII CV

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Gold Guilder - Henry II ND (1608-1624) from Duchy of Lorraine (French States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Henry II, who was the Duke of Lorraine from 1608 until his death in 1624. During this time, the Duchy of Lorraine was facing significant economic challenges, including inflation and debasement of the currency. Despite these challenges, the Gold Guilder - Henry II ND (1608-1624) was minted with a high gold content of .986, making it a valuable and sought-after coin among collectors today.